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12V source under the hoodhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93863-12V-source-under-the-hood&goto=newpost
Mon, 19 Mar 2018 21:54:24 GMTWell, this may not be the right place for this, but here goes. 94 YJ and I have a meter. I want to run a couple of smaller leds on the front of the jeep. I am not at all sure where I can find a 12V source under the hood that is powered when the ignition is on. Not at all sure if fuses are...Well, this may not be the right place for this, but here goes. 94 YJ and I have a meter. I want to run a couple of smaller leds on the front of the jeep. I am not at all sure where I can find a 12V source under the hood that is powered when the ignition is on. Not at all sure if fuses are needed, the power draw on these leds should be minimal. I would like to be able to splice into or otherwise access the 12V source that is powered when the ignition is on and take wires to the leds under the hood. I am not sure where to look physically. Suggestions are encouraged. Thanks.
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Sun, 18 Mar 2018 13:36:12 GMTGetting ready to build the back half frame on my TJ and will be mounting a rear winch.

I'm thinking a small, 4500k - 5k winch would be enough?
Also trying to decide on wiring; either hardwire heavy gauge wire from the battery or use plug and cable that will connected to battery when needed?

What do you think?
]]>General DiscussionBugshttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93858-Rear-WinchWJ Knuckle on an XJhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93855-WJ-Knuckle-on-an-XJ&goto=newpost
Thu, 15 Mar 2018 16:08:02 GMTI found a 2WD axle from a 4.7 WJ for $50 and am wondering if its worth doing the knuckle swap on my XJ. It doesn't come with any brake components so I won't be swapping any of that. My question is, should I do the knuckle swap (for the high steer and to get rid of the Y steering), or will it mess up my steering geometry if I don't raise the track bar mount up on the axle side? Thoughts? I plan on getting one ton steering in the near future. This would determine what set up I get.
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Wed, 14 Mar 2018 23:37:57 GMTA group of us are looking to do a night run this Friday, we have yet to decide a location, but are currently looking in the west valley, if anyone wants to join and/or know of a good trail, the more the merrier.
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkA group of us are looking to do a night run this Friday, we have yet to decide a location, but are currently looking in the west valley, if anyone wants to join and/or know of a good trail, the more the merrier.

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]]>General DiscussionHolisticDochttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93852-Night-runroll cage strengtheninghttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93848-roll-cage-strengthening&goto=newpost
Tue, 13 Mar 2018 17:26:42 GMTI want to add more structure to my roll cage. I would like to get your opinion on what cross bracing I should be adding. This is a pic of the cage from it was originally installed.
Thanks
Attachment 73179 (http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=73179)I want to add more structure to my roll cage. I would like to get your opinion on what cross bracing I should be adding. This is a pic of the cage from it was originally installed.
Thanks

The old YJ is throwing all kinds of fun lately, Clutches, tics and taps...

Noticed the other day on the front inboard edge of the 32's a shaving down, looks feathered and the roadface is no longer flat.

Ball Joints are a mess, so here's the question:

Im seeing all kinds of Synergy, Alloy and wiz-bang 'supposed t be the new *****-hot tech in a simple thing called a ball joint, and I figured I would ask here:

She's my DD 5 days a week, and gets me into the deep wadi to photograph all kinds of beautiful things, so she wont see anything but maybe a CrownKing one of these years (if that is even a club wheel any longer- Ive been away for some time)

She's a 89 YJ with a small RE lift, SYE, and rides on 32's.

Ive been a Spicer guy forever, and was lease to se they still make ball joints, but am looking to the younger bad *** Jeepers for some scoop n whether the new-age ball joints are worth the vig for what my needs are.

It's good to be back, looks like there are fewer of us around,

Thanks in advance,

Ben
]]>General DiscussionMonochromebhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93846-YJ-Ball-Joint-advice-neededSPOD trouble shootinghttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93843-SPOD-trouble-shooting&goto=newpost
Sun, 11 Mar 2018 00:11:20 GMTSPOD installed for 4+ years with no troubles. Flipped a switch on rock lights today and panel went dark. Checked with tester there is power to the SPod board, checked all the fuses with an ohm meter within the SPod and all are good. Checked their website and found installation info, but no trouble...SPOD installed for 4+ years with no troubles. Flipped a switch on rock lights today and panel went dark. Checked with tester there is power to the SPod board, checked all the fuses with an ohm meter within the SPod and all are good. Checked their website and found installation info, but no trouble shooting. Any thoughts? Is there a "re-set"?
]]>General DiscussionMrBreezehttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93843-SPOD-trouble-shootingAxle end drive shaft U jointhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93840-Axle-end-drive-shaft-U-joint&goto=newpost
Sat, 10 Mar 2018 04:16:09 GMTHello wall whom are more knowledgeable then my self.
I canít seem to figure out Via YouTube how to get the axle side U joint on the front drive shaft off. I have watched every video I can find but this one looks different. Basically I canít find any clips and the ends have dents on them....Hello wall whom are more knowledgeable then my self.

I canít seem to figure out Via YouTube how to get the axle side U joint on the front drive shaft off. I have watched every video I can find but this one looks different. Basically I canít find any clips and the ends have dents on them. Afraid to press into it. The joint is fine but I figure since I have it out why not. If you all could share some knowledge. Thanks in advance

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]]>General DiscussionCottamfamilyhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93840-Axle-end-drive-shaft-U-jointAnother review from Doug. 1993 Wrangler RENEGADEhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93838-Another-review-from-Doug-1993-Wrangler-RENEGADE&goto=newpost
Fri, 09 Mar 2018 03:36:11 GMTHe reviews a very low mileage Renegade. Doug can be a bit annoying, keep in mind he is reviewing on Youtube so it's a pretty large audience of people who know nothing about jeeps. But I watched the entire video and it put a smile on my face. I think he captured what Jeep people were looking for at the time.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVy17jx770U
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Thu, 08 Mar 2018 18:41:15 GMTIve been seeing these JLs driving around and i just cant help but shake my head. The top half looks like a range rover and the bottom a Hummer. I thought the JK was bad with their giant plastic fenders but the JL has managed to top that.
I know ive done nothing but bash it, so Id like to know...Ive been seeing these JLs driving around and i just cant help but shake my head. The top half looks like a range rover and the bottom a Hummer. I thought the JK was bad with their giant plastic fenders but the JL has managed to top that.
I know ive done nothing but bash it, so Id like to know what are the benefits? What has been approved from the JK? Stonger steering box? Cuz id constantly hear how the shaft on the box would snap off. Did they move the evap canister? That seems to be the first thing to get broken when off road. Can you get bigger tires with out having to get wheel spacers?
Lets hear the pro's but i dont mind some trash talking either, im not sensitive.
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Thu, 08 Mar 2018 17:27:58 GMTEmerald is leaking water.

This made Zephyr think the thermostat needed to be changed. SO he took it out, put in a new one with a new gasket. After installing it, he waited a short time and then started it up. She began to leak from the thermostat housing. I asked him if he put a silicone sealer/gasket on it. He did not. He looked up how to do it and it didn't call for it. I had him redo it with the sealer. He did and waited a few minutes and tried it again. Again it started to leak when he started Emerald. He then waited 12 hours for the seal to dry and started it up. Still leaking.

What could be the problem? He is sure there isn't a scratch or gouge in the metal. Could he have done something wrong? Are we missing a step? I'm stumped. I have changed this before on my own with no problems.

Info, Emerald is 1997 TJ Sport, 6 cylinder, 5 speed.
]]>General DiscussionTRLNGRLhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93835-I-m-stumped-but-what-s-newSedona camping.http://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93823-Sedona-camping&goto=newpost
Mon, 05 Mar 2018 14:43:29 GMTGood morning Jeepers. We are looking to camp up near Sedona the end of this month. We are not the camp site kinda folk so I was reaching out to you guys for tips on where to stay. Thanks in advance.
O and I should add that we are meeting family there. (With out a jeep) so we canít request...Good morning Jeepers. We are looking to camp up near Sedona the end of this month. We are not the camp site kinda folk so I was reaching out to you guys for tips on where to stay. Thanks in advance.

O and I should add that we are meeting family there. (With out a jeep) so we canít request them to get too Squirrley.

]]>General Discussionarmygreenjkhttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93814-RoxorTireshttp://www.virtualjeepclub.com/showthread.php?93801-Tires&goto=newpost
Tue, 27 Feb 2018 22:55:52 GMTI'm sitting around waiting for a back injury to heal and too much time on my hands. Just curious as to which tires are most popular in the TM & FJ areas? Here in Havasu, the rocks are sharp and hard on the sidewalls. I have a set of Maxxis CC's (non-sticky) with the sidewalls nicked and cut. No plugs or patches, but when I spray a soapy solution on a couple, they grow a dozen or more beards. MTR's don't last here. DT stopped replaceing the certs with one guy due to the number he cut. Plugs don't last for a hundred yards. BFG Krawlers and KM2's also cut fairly easy. The Trep Stickies don't grip as well as the Krawlers, but have a tough sidewall. The Nitto Trail Grappler is holding up well, but the small lugs tend to chunk out. I'm running KRT stickies and the 4 ply sidewall and radial design seem to be tough and grip well on the rock. Not so well on the sand in St George. Just bought some KR2 stickies, but will wait till the KRT's are worn out. What works in the Valley??
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